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  1. OCtoolguy
    Randy, I just found some of your work in the Gallery section. I must say, you are VERY talented. I don't see how you do it. Emphasis on the word "see". Truly beautiful work. Ray
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    Randy, have you checked out Otto Frei? They specialize in watch tools. I bought a gross of 2/0 from them along with some other stuff. I'm not sure if my price was good or not but I was told to buy there from the guy who I took the class on marquetry from. Ray
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    I'd love to see one of your finished works RJ. Have you got them posted anywhere? Ray
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    Your method sounds interesting but for the life of me, I can't decipher what you mean. I guess a picture is worth a thousand words for someone as dense as me. R
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    Also, if you have a lot of time on your saw, it might be time to do an inspection of the tiny roller bearings in each joint. I did a bearing service on mine, using synthetic grease, and after putting it all back together, it seemed like every joint was tighter. I fully expected to have to replace some of the bearings and sleeves but luckily, they were not worn enough to require that. These are great and very durable saws if maintained properly. Ray
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    This is the kind of info I still have to gather. I start using a blade and don't remember to experiment with others. I take it you are using Flying Dutchman? I bought a sample pack from them but so far I have only tried one of them. I can't recall what it was. Right now, I'm using the Pegas #3 MG. It works ok but I think I'd like to try something that doesn't have any reverse teeth to see if it cuts down on the wood lifting. I'm cutting a project out of 5/16" BB but not the best grade of it. I got it cheap.
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    I try to check C/L every day if I remember to. I'm always on the hunt for the many things that I still want but refuse to pay full price for. If a deal comes along on a different brand of saw that sounds too good to pass up and is within an hours drive, I'll try to get it. Ray
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    Thanks. I think it's going to be the answer to the problem of sawdust under the saw. It was only a few bucks too. Of course, I got a heck of a deal on the used Fein on Craigslist. I also discovered that the air blower is reversible so I was able to move it out of the way. Ray
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    I just finished my vac system for my Dewalt 788. Here are some pics. Nothing fancy but very functional. This is also in answer to the OP's question. The Dust Deputy works great. So far, it has caught almost all the sawdust. Don't look at all the other crap. My shop is a work in progress. And before anybody mentions it, I haven't tried tilting the table yet. That may require some minor adjustments. Ray
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    I think it looks great just the way it is. It might be overly lit if it's any brighter. JMHO. Ray
  11. OCtoolguy
    They are a tiny little bug that will bite the daylights out of you if you fall asleep in the sand. Ha! Ray
  12. OCtoolguy
    I'm a relative newbie to the scrollsaw hobby. I found this place and leave it open on my computer all day everyday. I have learned so much and I always seem to get my questions answered. So, I too, want to say THANK YOU to all of you and especially Travis for his hard work keeping this site going. MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU ALL! Ray
  13. OCtoolguy
    I could not have said it better. I love forums. Especially this one. Ray
  14. OCtoolguy
    It's not that. She used to do all the finish sanding and staining. We have neither of us done any painting other than to paint the house. Now this is a whole different thing. But, I like learning new stuff. I guess that's why I'm also learning about microprocessors and electronics. The old mind has to be kept busy or it flames out. And once your flame is out, well, you know......... Ray
  15. OCtoolguy
    Thanks Mrs. N, I was just going to ask about brushes and you read my mind. I will pick up a set like yours. Ray
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    Thanks Wayne, this gives me a ton of info. I also watched a video on sanding sealer and it seems that will be good too. So much to learn and so little time left. Ray
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    So, you're saying put sanding sealer on prior to sanding and then just paint? That's what I was wondering. I've never used sanding sealer. I'll have to pick some up. Ray
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    Do you use the paint directly onto the wood or should I seal the wood first?
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    I have always enjoyed the building of projects but the finishing side has never been of much interest to me. I left most all the finishing to my wife. But, she no longer wants to do any of it so I'm left to figuring it all out on my own. I bought a set of acrylic paints from Amazon. I now have a box full of pretty colors to choose from but I have no idea how to go about it. Can anybody give me some quick info on how to use the paint? Do I use it straight out of the bottle or thin it? How do I go about mixing it to get the colors I might want? I'm no artist and up to this point I have found that I can barely write my own name. I took drafting in high school and I pretty much print everything. I haven't used cursive in years. Anyway, if anybody can push me in a direction of how to work with this stuff, I'd be most appreciative. Ray
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    I got a notification that it wanted to do an update and I told it to do it during the night. When I got up, I turned on my computer and the screen looked different but all my icons were still there. I just had to reset my desktop picture back to what it was and everything else was good to go. Ray
  21. OCtoolguy
    Charley, when you say "perfectly" straight side to side and front to back, how perfect are you saying? On my 788 I have tried to get the front to back movement "perfect" but after elongating the holes and trying to move the armature forward/backward I can't seem to get any improvement and if anything, it gets worse. I'm probably talking about 1/8" total over the entire up/down movement. I can't seem to improve on that. Any suggestions? Ray
  22. OCtoolguy
    Right on Iggy. I bought a roll and it works just as you say. It's a lot better, faster and cheaper to use than blue tape. Thanks for the heads up. Ray
  23. OCtoolguy
    Congrats on your new space. Use it well. I always dreamed of a basement all to myself. Be sure to put a couch, bed, tv and reefer down there too. Ray
  24. OCtoolguy
    I guess I'm gonna have to go out and buy a Rubic's cube. Darn. Ray
  25. OCtoolguy
    So there's a secret? I'd sure love to know what it is. Ray
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